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Gov. Signs Mena Bill Strengthening International Partnerships | March 29, 2024
OLYMPIA – Governor Inslee signed House Bill 2000 into law yesterday, positioning Washington for a brighter future in a globalized world. Recognizing the growing importance of international relations, Representative Sharlett…
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Critical addiction treatment bill to be signed by Governor | March 28, 2024
OLYMPIA— Washington State will take an important step to improve the treatment of substance use disorder (SUD) as Governor Jay Inslee signs SB 6228 into law. Sponsored by Sen. Manka…
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Important crane safety updates signed into law | March 28, 2024
OLYMPIA—Five years after tragedy Washington finally has important safety updates for construction cranes as Gov. Jay Inslee signed HB 2022 into law. Sponsored by Rep. Julia Reed (D-36), the…
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Gov. Signs Farivar Bills into Law to Empowering Communities, Supporting Child Sex Abuse Survivors & Addressing Antitrust Practices | March 27, 2024
OLYMPIA – Yesterday, Governor Inslee signed House Bills 1541, 1618, and 2072 into law. All introduced by Representative Darya Farivar (D-North Seattle), the legislation represents an effort to utilize the…
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Governor signs Donaghy bill on traffic safety into law. | March 27, 2024
OLYMPIA— The Washington Traffic Safety Commission recently released data showing that 800 people lost their lives on Washington roads in 2023—the highest number seen in our state since 1990. “Speeding and…
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Bill lowering the cost of life saving medication signed into law | March 27, 2024
OLYMPIA – Those dealing with chronic illness and allergies received financial relief with Gov. Jay Inslee signing HB 1979 into law. Sponsored by Rep. Dave Paul (D- Oak Harbor), the…
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Washington Moves to Protect Abortion Medication Providers Amid Escalating Threats | March 27, 2024
OLYMPIA – With the fundamental right to reproductive care increasingly under siege nationwide, Washington reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding access with the signing of House Bill 2115 into law yesterday….
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Gov. Signs Slatter Bill Expanding Access to Higher Education | March 27, 2024
OLYMPIA – Earlier this month, Governor Inslee signed House Bill 2214 that will remove barriers to eligibility for low-income high school students to access the Washington College Grant (WCG). By…
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